Sun and Sand 5K 2026 — North Wildwood, NJ

Date
July 18, 2026
Location
North Wildwood, NJ
Venue
22nd Ave and Boardwalk
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $30.00
Events
Sun and Sand 5K, Sun and Sand 1 Mile Walk, Sun and Sand 5K, Law Enforcement, EMT, Firefighters and Lifeguards
Includes
T-Shirt
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Race benefits North Wildwood Police Officers Association and their charities. New for 2025: The race will take place along the beach, to limit the amount of road closures and promote the most safety for participants. The race will have less than 1 block of running in the sand. Starting line will be 22nd Ave and the Boardwalk. Awards, first overall male and female and age groups 3 deep male and female, 1-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+. Team Competition: Top 3 teams Civilian, Police, Fire, and Beach Patrol. Minimum 5 members each, top 3 on each team score. Sign up by July 3 to be guaranteed a race t-shirt.

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Race Travel Insurance

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